Climate Insights for Jimma

Oromia Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
December
12°C low53°F low
Wettest
September
262 mm rain10.3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Jimma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1,631 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 262 mm of rainfall. Jimma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Jimma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 64.2 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 10.3 in of rainfall. Jimma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°FebMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°MarMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°AprMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°MayMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°JunMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°JulMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 13°AugMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°SepMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 14°OctMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°NovMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°DecMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 65°FMin: 53°F
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Jimma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 27°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Jimma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 53°F to 80°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11mmFebPrecipitation: 28mmMarPrecipitation: 61mmAprPrecipitation: 143mmMayPrecipitation: 215mmJunPrecipitation: 205mmJulPrecipitation: 202mmAugPrecipitation: 238mmSepPrecipitation: 262mmOctPrecipitation: 195mmNovPrecipitation: 60mmDecPrecipitation: 10mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.4inFebPrecipitation: 1.1inMarPrecipitation: 2.4inAprPrecipitation: 5.6inMayPrecipitation: 8.5inJunPrecipitation: 8.1inJulPrecipitation: 8inAugPrecipitation: 9.4inSepPrecipitation: 10.3inOctPrecipitation: 7.7inNovPrecipitation: 2.4inDecPrecipitation: 0.4in
Precipitation

Jimma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,631 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 262 mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 10 mm. That's 252 mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Jimma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 10.3 in of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.4 in. That's 9.9 in less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 3km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 3km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Jimma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Jimma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°66°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr20°67°F
May19°66°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep17°63°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Jimma is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 34 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Jimma is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Jimma based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Jimma based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
12 °C54 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C56 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C58 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
143 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
24 °C76 °F
4 km/h2 mph
215 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
205 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
202 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
238 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C56 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
262 mm10.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
13 °C56 °F
24 °C75 °F
3 km/h2 mph
195 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
4 km/h2 mph
60 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h2 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in